Popular Chicago Bears Draft target is reportedly raising red flags

It’s no secret that the Chicago Bears will certainly be looking for offensive help next offseason. They badly need an overhaul of that whole group. The only true linebacker they have at this point is Darnell Wright. Right screen has no starter. Left guard Teven Jenkins and center Coleman Shelton will both be free agents. Left tackle Braxton Jones has been okay, but nothing special. It would be shocking if the Bears didn’t invest a lot of money and at least their 1st round pick in that position group.

Probably the most popular name among fans looking forward to the draft is Will Campbell. LSU has long been a factory for good NFL offensive linemen, and the left tackle seems like the latest to join those ranks. There are projections of him going to the Bears in the top 10 quite often. Based on what Brad Biggs have heard from people around the league, that would be a huge mistake.

LSU’s Will Campbell has gotten a lot of buzz, but NFL people I’ve chatted with don’t believe he’s a slam dunk selection that will solidify the position for a team for over five years. He has short arms and there are concerns about his game. In other words, some believe he has been grossly overrated.

The Chicago Bears can’t afford to reach as needed.

Assuming they pick in the top 10 again, which seems almost certain at this point, they need to do the smart thing and take the absolute best player on their board. If it’s an offensive lineman, that’s great. However, early returns suggest this class isn’t rich in advanced star-caliber prospects. There are plenty of good players, but few if any who are worthy of going that high. Meanwhile, the defensive line crop is excellent, both inside and out. Would the Chicago Bears miss out on a potential stud edge rusher just to grab an offensive lineman who might not be nearly as skilled? Therefore, it is too early to assess how the draft for the board will shake out. The Senior Bowl and the scouting combine are still to come. This is when the biggest shifts take place. If there is a stud blocker in this group, we will know before the end of February.